Top Oakland, CA to Fort Collins, CO Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Fort Collins to Oakland guide.

1. Eagle Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. Luigy's Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. West Coast Moving Systems, Inc: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. All Star Movers & Storage: 4.96 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Colorado

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from California to Colorado, you can expect to spend between $1,477 and $6,314. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $3,446 to $7,785 on the same route (CA to CO). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from California to Colorado typically runs between $5,715 and $10,914.

Cost of moving containers from California to Colorado

Moving from California to Colorado? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,104 and $2,835. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,916 to $4,122. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $2,648 up to $5,350. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Colorado

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $954 and $1,712. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,052 and $2,142. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,233 up to $2,637 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Fort Collins are 21% lower than in Oakland, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Fort Collins.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 26.2% lower than in Oakland.
• Income in Fort Collins is 31.4% lower than in Oakland, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins — including Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Fort Collins. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 32.0% lower than in Oakland.
• A move to Fort Collins can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 44.1% less than what it costs in Oakland.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 24.44% higher than in Oakland.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Collins are 26.34% lower than in Oakland.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in Oakland.

• Fort Collins might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 61% less than Oakland.
• Getting around Fort Collins without a car might be more difficult than in Oakland. Fort Collins has a public transportation score of 4 out of 10, whereas Oakland is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Fort Collins neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Oakland. Based on its score of 37 out of 100, Fort Collins isn't as walkable as Oakland, which has a score of 75 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• If cycling is your thing, Fort Collins is considered more bike-friendly than Oakland in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Fort Collins has a bike-friendliness score of 78 out of 100, while Oakland is rated as 65 out of 100.
• Fort Collins has a lower crime rate than Oakland based on scores of 17.0 and Oakland's 68.62, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Fort Collins than in Oakland, based on Fort Collins's safety index of 72.86 versus 31.38 for Oakland. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Fort Collins and Oakland is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: August, June and September are the best months to move in Fort Collins, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Summers in Fort Collins can be mild to hot. Winters can be relatively tolerable as well.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Colorado, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Colorado doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Fort Collins without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Old Town
• City Park
• Ram's Village
• Harmony Crossing

Best neighborhoods for families

• Old Town
• City Park
• Huntington Hills
• Harmony Crossing

Things to do in Fort Collins

Now that you've made the move to Colorado it's the perfect time to explore Fort Collins From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Fort Collins is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Totally 80's Pizza & Museum, Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, Museum of Art Fort Collins, and Center for Fine Art Photography.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Cache La Poudre River, Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, Annual Flower Trial Garden, and Spring Canyon Community Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Colorado State Rams (Mountain West) game.